Private CCTV cameras and short-term letting inquiries are growing [Video]

Doorbell cameras and CCTV use have increased with more investors opting for short-term rentals.

Inquiries concerning security camera placements and short-term letting within body corporate schemes have grown steadily over the past few years.

These two issues often go hand-in-hand as lot owners look to cash in on the popularity of short-term letting sites such as Airbnb while simultaneously trying to protect their investment property with improved security measures.

They have both been the subject of issues raised with bodies corporate and often end up at the Office of the Commissioner for Body Corporate and Community Management (BCCM) for conciliation or adjudication.

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Before I unpack the two issues, it is important to note there is nothing within body corporate legislation …